Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district

Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar is an administrative district in Punjab, India, encompassing urban centers like Mohali, Kharar, Zirakpur, and Dera Bassi arranged across four administrative blocks. The area mixes growing towns with rural villages, creating a region with busy commercial zones and residential neighborhoods.

The district was established on April 14, 2006, as Punjab's 18th district, created from portions of Ropar and Patiala districts. Its formation was part of a regional development strategy to provide better administrative services for the growing area.

The district takes its name from Sahibzada Ajit Singh, the eldest son of Guru Gobind Singh, which reflects the region's deep connection to Sikhism. You can see this religious importance throughout daily life, with gurdwaras and spiritual sites woven into the community's identity.

The district is well-connected to Chandigarh and easy to reach, with road networks linking the main centers. You can find various accommodations and dining options in Mohali and other urban areas to make your visit comfortable.

Located next to Chandigarh, the district has become a major technology hub in Northern India, hosting offices of many international companies. This shift from a smaller region to a business destination often surprises visitors who expect it to be less developed than its famous neighbor.

Location: Rupnagar division

Inception: April 14, 2006

Capital city: Mohali

Shares border with: Rupnagar district

Website: http://sasnagar.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 30.69000,76.72000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07